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August 2026

Adaptive Kayaking

August 5
Garfield Park Program Center, 11350 Broadway Ave.
Garfield Hts., OH United States
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Always wanted to try kayaking, but weren’t sure how? Adaptive kayaking is designed for guests with disabilities to have the opportunity to explore new areas of Cleveland Metroparks and enjoy the water. Adaptive equipment, kayaks, paddles, and life vests devices provided. Questions regarding this program or in need of accommodations, please call 216-341-1704, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., or email [email protected]:30-7:30 p.m. 

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Sensory Friendly Day at the Medina County Fair

August 7
Medina County Fairgrounds, 735 Lafayette Rd.
Medina, 44256
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Lights and music will be turned off from 12-2 p.m. 

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Music Therapy & More

August 8
Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 CENTER RIDGE RD
WESTLAKE, OH 44145 United States
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Families learn how to use music to improve their child's academic, motor, communication and more. Ages 0-6 years. 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. 

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P.A.L.S. Big Screen Sensory Friendly Movie: How to Train Your Dragon 2

August 10
Parma-Snow Branch Library, 2121 Snow Road
Parma, OH United States
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The sound is lower and the lights are brighter, and talking, singing and moving is acceptable. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 

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Safety Day

August 11
Medina County Achievement Center, 4691 Windfall Rd.
Medina, OH United States
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Enjoy a fun, welcoming community event to discover helpful health and safety resources through hands-on activities, interactive experiences, and friendly conversations. Adults and children will have the opportunity to get to know the people and services that help keep the community safe. This event is a relaxed and engaging way to ask questions and create positive experiences together. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 

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Sensory-Friendly Saturdays

August 15
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One event on August 15, 2026 at 12:00 am

Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd.
Cleveland, 44106
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Every 3rd Saturday, enjoy adapted events to meet diverse sensory-processing needs. 9-10 a.m.

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Sensory-Friendly Saturdays at The Cleveland Museum of Art

August 15
Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd
Cleveland, 44106
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Every 3rd Saturday, enjoy adapted events to meet diverse sensory-processing needs. Guests on the autism spectrum, people experiencing dementia, and those of all ages who have intellectual or developmental disabilities are invited to a calming museum experience with less stimulation before the museum opens to the public. Guests can explore the galleries at their own pace, relax in the “calming corner,” and share this space and time with like-minded members of the community. Things to Know While Planning Your Visit…

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Zoothing Hour

August 15
Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave
Akron, OH 44307 United States
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Open early for guests with different abilities who do not like loud noises and/or crowds. 9-10 a.m. 

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All Abilities Children’s Garden Experience

August 15
Schoepfle Garden, 11106 Market St.
Birmingham, OH United States
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Enjoy a reserved time for those with special needs to enjoy a carousel ride and garden activities. 10-11:30 a.m.

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Crescendo Kids

August 17
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Monday, repeating until August 17, 2026

Mixed Melody Music Center, 26121 Center Ridge Road
Westlake, OH United States
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Join a new group of friends at Mixed Melody for a 60-minute program. Kids will laugh and learn through a wide variety of music experiences. Each camp will give participants the opportunity to play, sing, dance, craft and make friends, while learning about the daily theme. Ages 6-9 Wheelchair Accessible, AAC Support, Behavior (mild-moderate), Behavior (moderate-intensive), Low Vision/Blindness, Deaf/Hard of Hearing $27/program, $25/program if signed up for all 9 sessions. 6/15 through 8/17. 1-2 p.m.

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